Windshield weatherstrip

[kdog]

The other day as I was driving down the highway I realized there was a long back piece of weather stripping flapping around the windshield. As I rolled down the window to grab it I watched it zip past me into the traffic and onto the ground. When I arrived home I checked out the windshield and saw the gap in photo below.

Is there a replacement I can purchase?

 

[swshawaii]

GLASS - WINDSHIELD for 2011 Ford Explorer

 

[kdog]

Well, that was easy. Thanks!

 

[swshawaii]

kdog, I just noticed you're also a Kailuan.

Lived here 56 of my 61 years. Even recognize the Kailua Professional Center parking stall in your pic. LOL

 

[kdog]

kdog, I just noticed you're also a Kailuan.

Lived here 56 of my 61 years. Even recognize the Kailua Professional Center parking stall in your pic. LOL

Aloha! Too funny.

 

[kdog]

The disappointing thing is thinking back I think this was cut from the factory. I remember there being a break in the piece and you can see the clean cut line where it split.

 

[swshawaii]

See third TSB listed. (12-1-11 A-PILLAR TRIM RATTLE AND/OR BUZZ) Check build date on door sticker. Call dealer?
2011 + Explorer TSB's & SSM's | Ford Explorer and Ford Ranger Forums - Serious Explorations

Here's the actual TSB:
http://www.revbase.com/BBBMotor/TSb/DownloadPdf?id=176737

BBB Industries - TSB's & Wiring Diagrams
www.bbbind.com


List of Useful Threads - TSB's, Recalls, Remote Start, How To Info | Ford Explorer and Ford Ranger Forums - Serious Explorations

 

[swshawaii]

But wait... there's more!

Explorer A-Pillar Rattle/Noise | Ford Explorer and Ford Ranger Forums - Serious Explorations

 

[Lantz]

Well, that was easy. Thanks!

Kdog, were you able to just buy the rubber strip that broke, or did you have to buy new A-pillar trim pieces??

 

[kdog]

Neither, but I plan on doing the full TSB to take care of both the strip and the rattle. I just haven't done it yet. :-D

I'm also finding it near impossible to locate the clips I would need if I did it myself.

 

[peterk9]

Neither, but I plan on doing the full TSB to take care of both the strip and the rattle. I just haven't done it yet. :-D

I'm also finding it near impossible to locate the clips I would need if I did it myself.

Try a local Ford dealer if there is one near you.

Peter

 

[Lantz]

Yea, the dealer near me sells the clips for like $7 I think. Check with your dealer.

 

[jcaltman]

The other day as I was driving down the highway I realized there was a long back piece of weather stripping flapping around the windshield. As I rolled down the window to grab it I watched it zip past me into the traffic and onto the ground. When I arrived home I checked out the windshield and saw the gap in photo below.

Is there a replacement I can purchase?

Same thing happened to me. Did you find out if it could be replaced? This happened on both my driver & passenger side

 

[peterk9]

Same thing happened to me. Did you find out if it could be replaced? This happened on both my driver & passenger side

BB5Z-7803145-AA Pillar Molding Applique, LEFT $92.12
BB5Z-7803144-AA Pillar Molding Applique, RIGHT $94.29
https://parts.levittownfordparts.co...rior-moldings-scat/?part_number=bb5z7803137ba
Not sure why one side is different in price.

Peter

 

[kdog]

I finally got mine replaced. Took it to the dealer and they made sure to make it worth their time. They charged me almost 2x the cost of the parts and I had all four parts replaced.

The good news is no more rattling and I have molding on my windshield again!

 

[jcaltman]

The other day as I was driving down the highway I realized there was a long back piece of weather stripping flapping around the windshield. As I rolled down the window to grab it I watched it zip past me into the traffic and onto the ground. When I arrived home I checked out the windshield and saw the gap in photo below.

Is there a replacement I can purchase?

Same thing happened to me. Did you find out if it could be replaced? This happened on both my driver & passenger side

BB5Z-7803145-AA Pillar Molding Applique, LEFT $92.12
BB5Z-7803144-AA Pillar Molding Applique, RIGHT $94.29
https://parts.levittownfordparts.co...rior-moldings-scat/?part_number=bb5z7803137ba
Not sure why one side is different in price.

Peter

Thank you

 

[Mike P22]

Mine did the same thing as the original poster today. Is the rubber molding attached to the inner piece that's under the A pillar appliqué? I can't seem to find this part, only the outer piece.

 

[peterk9]

Welcome to the Forum Mike.
I'm not sure if the pictures in the following thread may be of help. Explorer 'A' pillar replacement

Peter

 

[Mike P22]

Welcome to the Forum Mike.
I'm not sure if the pictures in the following thread may be of help. Explorer 'A' pillar replacement

Peter

Thank you! Those help quite a bit. It appears if I purchase both the outer and inner pieces that should be all I need? Seems like a pretty easy fix.

 

[Barry Trobaugh]

Lots of info on this forum